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Cole Strange joins Chargers, highlights familiarity with McDaniel's offense

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:09 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Cole Strange joins Chargers, highlights familiarity with McDaniel's offense

Summary

Guard Cole Strange joined the Los Angeles Chargers in March after a season with head coach Mike McDaniel at the Miami Dolphins. He emphasized his familiarity with McDaniel's offensive scheme, which he feels aligns with his strengths. Strange signed a two-year, $13 million contract and noted that continuing in the same system enhances performance. The Chargers will begin their preseason on the road against the Houston Texans on August 13.

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Key Details

•Cole Strange is familiar with Mike McDaniel's offense from their time together.
•Strange signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Chargers.
•He believes familiarity with the scheme enhances performance.
•Chargers begin preseason games against the Texans on August 13.

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12:09 AMYahoo Sports — Cole Strange Explains Why Familiarity With Mike McDaniel’s Offense Led Him to Chargers

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Despite just joining the Los Angeles Chargers in March, guard Cole Strange is the most familiar with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel’s scheme. McDaniel and Strange worked together last season with the Miami Dolphins. McDaniel was the head coach, so Strange spent the season getting to know McDaniel’s style of play. Strange said his familiarly with […] The post Cole Strange Explains Why Familiarity With Mike McDaniel’s Offense Led Him to Chargers appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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